1 Chronicles 11:37
1 Chronicles 11:37 in Multiple Translations
Hezro the Carmelite, Naarai son of Ezbai,
Hezro the Carmelite, Naarai the son of Ezbai,
Hezro the Carmelite, Naarai the son of Ezbai,
Hezro the Carmelite, Naarai, the son of Ezbai,
Hezro the Carmelite; Naarai, son of Ezbai;
Hezro the Carmelite, Naarai the sonne of Ezbai,
Hezor the Carmelite, Naarai son of Ezbai,
Hezro the Carmelite, Naarai the son of Ezbai,
Hezro the Carmelite, Naarai the son of Ezbai,
Hesro a Carmelite, Naarai the son of Azbai,
Hezro from Carmel city; Naarai the son of Ezbai;
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Chronicles 11:37
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1 Chronicles 11:37 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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חֶצְרוֹ֙
הַֽ/כַּרְמְלִ֔י
נַעֲרַ֖י
בֶּן
אֶזְבָּֽי
חֶצְרוֹ֙
Chetsrôw
H2695
Hezro
N-proper
הַֽ/כַּרְמְלִ֔י
Karmᵉlîy
H3761
Carmelite
Art | Ngmsa
נַעֲרַ֖י
Naʻăray
H5293
Naarai
N-proper
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
אֶזְבָּֽי
ʼEzbay
H229
Ezbai
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 11:37
חֶצְרוֹ֙
Chetsrôw
H2695
"Hezro"
N-proper
Hezro was an Israelite warrior in King David's guard. His name means enclosed, and he was also known as Hezrai, a Carmelite.
Definition: A man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.23.35; also called in KJV: Hezrai; § Hezro or Hezrai = "enclosed" the Carmelite, one of David's 30 mighty warriors in his guard
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Hezro, Hezrai. See also: 2 Samuel 23:35; 1 Chronicles 11:37.
הַֽ/כַּרְמְלִ֔י
Karmᵉlîy
H3761
"Carmelite"
Art | Ngmsa
A Carmelite is an inhabitant of Mount Carmel, as mentioned in the Bible, specifically in the books of Kings and Chronicles. The name refers to someone from the garden-land of Carmel.
Definition: Carmelite, of Carmel "garden-land" an inhabitant of Carmel Another spelling of kar.mel (כַּרְמֶל "Carmel" H3760)
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Carmelite. See also: 1 Samuel 30:5; 2 Samuel 3:3; 1 Chronicles 11:37.
נַעֲרַ֖י
Naʻăray
H5293
"Naarai"
N-proper
Naarai was a brave warrior in the Bible, one of David's mighty men, and the son of Ezbai. He is mentioned in 1 Chronicles as a heroic figure in David's army.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.11.37; son of: Ezbai (H0229) § Naarai = "handmaid" the Arbite, son of Ezbai and one of David's mighty warriors
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Naarai. See also: 1 Chronicles 11:37.
בֶּן
bên
H1121
"son"
N-ms
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
אֶזְבָּֽי
ʼEzbay
H229
"Ezbai"
N-proper
Ezbai was an Israelite who lived during the time of the Divided Monarchy, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 11:37. He was the father of Naarai, one of David's mighty men. Ezbai's name means 'my humblings'.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.11.37; father of: Naarai (H5293) § Ezbai = "my humblings" father of one of David's mighty men
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Ezbai. See also: 1 Chronicles 11:37.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 11:37
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Context — David’s Mighty Men
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 Samuel 23:35 | Hezro the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite, |
1 Chronicles 11:37 Summary
This verse talks about two of King David's brave warriors, Hezro and Naarai, who were part of a special group of men known for their strength and loyalty. They were important to David's kingdom, just like the people who support and care for us are important to our lives. We can learn from their example by being brave, loyal, and faithful, just like they were, as seen in Joshua 1:9, which reminds us to be strong and courageous in our walk with God. By trusting in God and following His ways, we can be 'mighty men' and women of God, making a difference in the world around us, as encouraged in Matthew 28:18-20.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are Hezro the Carmelite and Naarai son of Ezbai?
Hezro and Naarai are two of King David's mighty men, as listed in 1 Chronicles 11:37, who fought alongside him and demonstrated great bravery, as seen in 2 Samuel 23:8-39 and 1 Chronicles 11:10-47.
What does it mean to be a Carmelite?
The term Carmelite refers to someone from the region of Carmel, which is a mountain range in Israel, as mentioned in 1 Kings 18:19-46, where the prophet Elijah had a significant encounter with God.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the chapter?
This verse is part of a larger list of King David's mighty men, who were known for their strength, bravery, and loyalty, as seen in 1 Chronicles 11:10-47, which highlights their importance in David's kingdom, as also mentioned in 2 Samuel 23:8-39.
What can we learn from the lives of Hezro and Naarai?
Their inclusion in the list of mighty men teaches us about the value of courage, loyalty, and faithfulness, as seen in Psalm 37:3-7, which encourages us to trust in God and follow His ways.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean to be a 'mighty man' of God, and how can I apply this concept to my own life?
- How can I demonstrate the same kind of bravery and loyalty that Hezro and Naarai showed in their lives?
- What role does faith play in being a strong and courageous follower of God, as seen in the lives of Hezro and Naarai?
- How can I trust in God's power and provision, just like King David and his mighty men did, as mentioned in Psalm 20:7-8?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 11:37
[See comments on 1 Chronicles 11:1]
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 11:37
Ithai the son of Ribai of Gibeah, that pertained to the children of Benjamin, Benaiah the Pirathonite, No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 11:37
(37) Hezro.—Syriac, “Hezri” and so perhaps Samuel, margin; but Samuel, text, “Hezro.” Carmelite.—Of Carmel (Karmul), a town south of Hebron (Joshua 15:55). Naarai the son of Ezbai.—Samuel, “Paarah the Arbite.” Arab also was a town south of Hebron, in the hill country of Judah (Joshua 15:52).
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 11:37
37. Hezro] So 2 Samuel 23:35 (R.V. following the C’thîb); but Hezrai (A.V. following the Krî). the Carmelite] i.e. inhabitant of Carmel, a town in the hill country of Judah (1 Samuel 25:2 ff). Naarai] In 2 Samuel 23:35, “Paarai.” The true form of the name is lost. the son of Ezbai] In 2 Sam. “the Arbite” (simply), i.e. (probably) “inhabitant of Arab” (Joshua 15:52), a town in the hill country of Judah.